The cheapest and fastest buses from Yogyakarta to Surakarta
Cheapest price
$3
Average price
$3
Fastest journey
1 h 40 m
Average duration
2 h 2 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
58 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Yogyakarta to Surakarta is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Yogyakarta to Surakarta will cost around $3 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $3.
Of the 3 buses that leave Yogyakarta for Surakarta on Wed, Aug 05, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct buses cover the 58 km distance in an average of 2 h 2 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest buses will take 2 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
11:20 PM1h40Yogyakarta1:00 AMSurakarta$31One-way0 transfers
1:30 PM2h00Yogyakarta3:30 PMSurakarta$31One-way0 transfers
2:30 PM2h25Yogyakarta4:55 PMSurakarta$41One-way0 transfers
11:20 PM1h40Yogyakarta1:00 AMSurakarta$31One-way0 transfers
1:30 PM2h00Yogyakarta3:30 PMSurakarta$31One-way0 transfers
2:30 PM2h25Yogyakarta4:55 PMSurakarta$41One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Yogyakarta to Surakarta
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Yogyakarta to Surakarta among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $3, and a train costs an average of $1.
Distance: 36 miles (58 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$3 Average price Cheapest | $13 Average price | $13 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 55m Average total duration 2h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 29m Average total duration Fastest 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Yogyakarta to Surakarta:
A bus is $10 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Yogyakarta to Surakarta costing on average $13.
Other travel options to Surakarta take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 25m.
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Direct coaches are operated by {directProviders}.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Yogyakarta to Surakarta Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Daytrans | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 04:25AM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Daytrans | Departure Time 02:15AM | Arrival Time 04:25AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Daytrans | Departure Time 02:35AM | Arrival Time 04:25AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Daytrans | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 04:55AM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Daytrans | Departure Time 03:35AM | Arrival Time 04:55AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Daytrans | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Daytrans | Departure Time 04:35AM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Daytrans | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Daytrans | Departure Time 05:35AM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Daytrans | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Joglosemar Shuttle Bus | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator Joglosemar Shuttle Bus | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator Daytrans | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Daytrans | Departure Time 06:35AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Daytrans | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 09:25AM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Daytrans | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 09:25AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Daytrans | Departure Time 07:35AM | Arrival Time 09:25AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Daytrans | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 10:55AM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Daytrans | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 10:25AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Daytrans | Departure Time 08:35AM | Arrival Time 10:25AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Daytrans | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Daytrans | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Daytrans | Departure Time 10:05AM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Daytrans | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Daytrans | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Daytrans | Departure Time 11:35AM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Joglosemar Shuttle Bus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator Joglosemar Shuttle Bus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator Daytrans | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Daytrans | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Daytrans | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Daytrans | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Daytrans | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Daytrans | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Daytrans | Departure Time 03:35PM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Daytrans | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Daytrans | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Daytrans | Departure Time 04:35PM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Daytrans | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Daytrans | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Daytrans | Departure Time 06:05PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Daytrans | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Daytrans | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Daytrans | Departure Time 07:05PM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Daytrans | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Daytrans | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Daytrans | Departure Time 08:05PM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Joglosemar Shuttle Bus | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator Daytrans | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Daytrans | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Daytrans | Departure Time 09:05PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Daytrans | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Daytrans | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Daytrans | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 12:25AM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Daytrans | Departure Time 10:05PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Daytrans | Departure Time 10:15PM | Arrival Time 12:25AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Daytrans | Departure Time 10:35PM | Arrival Time 12:25AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Joglosemar Shuttle Bus | Departure Time 11:20PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $3 |
Live departures
Yogyakarta to Surakarta bus times
The table below shows live departures for Yogyakarta to Surakarta buses for tomorrow, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:30 PM Yogyakarta | 2h00 | 3:30 PM Surakarta | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:30 PM Yogyakarta | 2h25 | 4:55 PM Surakarta | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:20 PM Yogyakarta | 1h40 | 1:00 AM Surakarta | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Yogyakarta to Surakarta
Buses from Yogyakarta to Surakarta run on average 14 times per day, taking around 2h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $3 but you can travel from only $1 by train.
There are 14 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:30, the last at 22:00. The fastest bus covers the 36 miles (58 km) distance in 1h 40m.
Distance 36 miles (58 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $3 |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 14 |
Fastest bus 1h 40m |
First bus 4:30 AM |
Last bus 10:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Bus providers: Daytrans from Yogyakarta to SurakartaYou can travel by bus between Yogyakarta to Surakarta with Daytrans for as low as $1. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Yogyakarta to Surakarta
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Yogyakarta to Surakarta by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Surakarta, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Daytrans
- Luggage included in fare
- specific size/type not provided.
- Daytrans
- Excess luggage and bulky luggage allowed for an additional fee
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Yogyakarta to Surakarta
Most Yogyakarta to Surakarta buses use the Kota Yogyakarta to Surakarta, Banjarsari station pair, with some services arriving at Surakarta, Terminal Tirtonadi. Use this guide to compare Yogyakarta and Surakarta bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Yogyakarta station do buses to Surakarta leave from?
Getting to Kota Yogyakarta from Yogyakarta city centre
Kota Yogyakarta is 1 km from Yogyakarta city centre. Public transport options include:
Kota Yogyakarta bus station facilities and services
Kota Yogyakarta has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Local food stalls and restaurants available in and around terminal
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in main terminal area. ATMs are several ATMs from major Indonesian banks.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kota Yogyakarta.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kota Yogyakarta: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kota Yogyakarta: Ramps available.
Getting to Yogyakarta, Kotagede from Yogyakarta city centre
Yogyakarta, Kotagede is 5 km from Yogyakarta city centre. Public transport options include:
Yogyakarta, Kotagede bus station facilities and services
Yogyakarta, Kotagede has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Small local food stalls and street vendors near the terminal
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are several ATMs from local banks nearby.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Yogyakarta, Kotagede.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Yogyakarta, Kotagede: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Yogyakarta, Kotagede: Basic ramps available.
Getting to Yogyakarta from Yogyakarta city centre
Yogyakarta is 2 km from Yogyakarta city centre. Public transport options include:
Yogyakarta bus station facilities and services
Yogyakarta has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Many street food vendors and local restaurants nearby
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in some areas. ATMs are several ATMs from different banks nearby.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Yogyakarta.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Yogyakarta: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Yogyakarta: Basic ramps available.
Which Surakarta station do buses from Yogyakarta arrive at?
Getting to Surakarta, Banjarsari from Surakarta city centre
Surakarta, Banjarsari is 1 km from Surakarta city centre. Public transport options include:
Surakarta, Banjarsari bus station facilities and services
Surakarta, Banjarsari has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Local food stalls and small restaurants nearby
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available. ATMs are aTM available near entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Surakarta, Banjarsari.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Surakarta, Banjarsari: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Surakarta, Banjarsari: Basic ramps available.
Getting to Surakarta, Terminal Tirtonadi from Surakarta city centre
Surakarta, Terminal Tirtonadi is 1 km from Surakarta city centre. Public transport options include:
Surakarta, Terminal Tirtonadi bus station facilities and services
Surakarta, Terminal Tirtonadi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Food court and various food stalls available
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available. ATMs are aTMs from several banks available.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Surakarta, Terminal Tirtonadi.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Surakarta, Terminal Tirtonadi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Surakarta, Terminal Tirtonadi: Wheelchair ramps, assistance available.
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